Chuck, if you do decide to replace the transducers, give me a call. I have done several of those recently, and it's not such a big deal, and I have a drill rig that will make it easier. TimEx 35-3Newport, RI
On Wed, Feb 1, 2017 at 2:12 PM -0500, "Chuck Gilchrest via CnC-List" <[email protected]> wrote: Fred, Another question regarding data input to Raymarine instruments eg. SeaTalk Ng. I’m still sporting perfectly functional bulkhead mount Datamarine speed and depth instruments (with associated transducers) on Half Magic but use a new helm mounted ES-70 MFD. I understand that Raymarine makes a gadget called an iTC-5 which serves to convert analog data from transducers to Sea Talk protocols. I’m thinking of replacing the Datamarine displays with a new I-70S for wind, speed, and depth and via the iTC-5, using existing transducers (being analog and all). That said, is the connection to the iTC-5 unique to Raymarine transducers or is the input somewhat more “universal” in nature? I’m really looking to avoid removing any through hull transducers if at all possible, knowing the potential for leaks and possible cored hull issues when carving the old transducer from the bonds of 3M 5200.. We’ve run a SeaTalk backbone through the boat when the MFD was installed to facilitate later upgrades. Any input would be greatly appreciated. Chuck Gilchrest S/V Half Magic 1983 LF 35 Padanaram, MA From: CnC-List [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Frederick G Street via CnC-List Sent: Wednesday, February 1, 2017 11:35 AM To: [email protected] Cc: Frederick G Street <[email protected]> Subject: Re: Stus-List Raymarine announcement: wireless gateway It looks like the intent is to allow you to freely mix wireless sensor data with i50/i60/i70 displays: The Micro-Talk Gateway enables performance-minded sailors to take advantage of the enhanced accuracy and installation convenience offered by Raymarine’s wireless, solar-powered wind transmitter options. Now it’s possible to use these ultra-lightweight and highly accurate sensors with Raymarine i60, i70 and i70s Instrument systems. — Fred Frederick G Street 13925 277th Ave NW Zimmerman MN 55398 [email protected] 612.839.6565 cell On Feb 1, 2017, at 10:28 AM, Joel Aronson via CnC-List <[email protected]> wrote: Fred, It's about time! Hopefully that means they will update the wireless instrument displays too. I wonder if you can use a wireless transducer and a current edition display with the new box. That would be cool! Joel
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